With its location just outside Munich, the town of Garching is a great place to base yourself if you wish to explore the famous German city without forking out on higher accommodation costs. It boasts excellent transport links, which include a station on Munich’s U-Bahn underground rail network, and strong road connections. As a suburb, Garching is a fantastic stop for those who prefer a calmer place than Airbnbs in Munich’s city centre.
But there’s more to this town than just as a satellite of Munich. It is home to a host of science institutes, which make it an important base for research and study. And there are popular walks and cycle ways in the wider area. Whatever the reason for your visit, you can plan ahead by checking our list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Garching, Germany.
1. Cosy apartment with a refreshing atmosphere (from USD 76)
Cosy, quiet and reasonably rated, travellers going solo or as a couple can enjoy a wonderful stay near Munich with this lovely apartment in Garching. It is close to several establishments, including restaurants and shops. If you’d rather prepare your meals, the kitchen area is adequately stocked and equipped for making delicious dishes.
Furthermore, the well-appointed desk with a computer isn’t just for work; you can also enjoy reading, updating socials or watching videos instead. For a spot with a relaxing ambience, the balcony is right next to the bedroom and furnished with some comfy seating.
Garching bei München, Bayern, GermanyAccommodates: 2
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nice clean room for travelHost:
he was an extremely friendly and helpful hostfelix is an outstanding host who made sure we were comfortable during our time in garchinggreat host perfect contact nice apartment in really good localizationRead more reviewsLocation:
pretty easy to reach walking from the u-bahn stationit’s a clear and beautiful placevery friendly guest and calm locationgreat place in quiet building
2. Limehome (from USD 92)
Limehome has cute vibes that make it a fantastic choice for a solo traveller or a couple looking for a retreat in Bavaria. Situated in Garching, the holiday rental promises hotel-like quality and comfort. You can bask in the city’s idyllic atmosphere from the balcony, gazing at the peaceful neighbourhood.
The apartment features a kitchenette, so you can prepare small and quick meals. Also, feel free to use the Wi-Fi to update your socials or communicate with loved ones. If your device has a screencast feature, you can stream videos and cast them on the smart TV for a better viewing experience.
Garching bei München, Bayern, GermanyAccommodates: 2
3. Comfortable little penthouse in central Garching (from USD 52)
Solo travellers looking for cosy digs in central Garching may wish to consider this attractive penthouse property. Located on the fourth floor of a building on the edge of a town square, it is just minutes from the U-Bahn underground station into Munich. Naturally, its central location also places it within easy reach of local shops and eateries. The smart apartment itself comes with plenty of mod-cons including kitchenette facilities and Wi-Fi access. Guests can also make use of the Netflix on the Apple TV during their stay, which may come in handy on a lazy evening. And the fourth floor location also means there are interesting views from the windows too.
Garching, Bayern, GermanyAccommodates: 1
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chandra's apartment was perfect for my stay in munichCleanliness:
lovely apartment spacious clean and warmRead more reviewsLocation:
great location - at the corner of town's main square just 2 minutes from u-bahn stationlocation was perfect for all i needed for my stay
4. Private single room with TV and microwave in Garching
This private single bedroom is handily-placed within Garching for all manner of facilities. If you need to travel the wider area it is just 400 metres (1300ft) to the nearby U-Bahn underground station, there are a host of restaurants within easy reach on foot and the nearest bank - for cash machine access - is just 200 metres away (650ft). Guests also enjoy access to a TV, laundry facilities and Wi-Fi access and, although there’s no kitchen, the room does have a microwave and fridge-freezer as well as space to tuck into a snack. There’s also free on-site parking, should you plan on using your own transport to get about.
5. Quiet modern room in Garching, 20 minutes from Munich city centre
Situated within Garching itself, this private double-bedroom will be ideal for lone travellers or couples and enjoys good word-of-mouth among former guests, who praised its cleanliness and its location. Indeed, it is convenient for local restaurants as well as a range of public transport links and is just 20 minutes from the heart of Munich by metro. Naturally, these links will also appeal to business travellers, who will appreciate the Wi-Fi access and laptop-friendly workspace within the wider property. Guests also enjoy access to the kitchen, TV and laundry facilities.
Garching, Bavaria, GermanyTop guest reviews
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maria is pleasant precise and professional; the room where i slept was cozy and comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable placeeverything perfect clean and accuratehouse was clean and everythingclean tidy and light a lovely apartmentthe flat was new inside and the room was also really clean and tidyHost:
very quick and accurate responses maria is a very good hostmaria is a very considerate hostmaria is an efficient and attentive hostmaria has been a perfect host kind and discreetmaria is a kind caring and charming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
her apartment is perfectly situated with convenient access to the metro and lots of restaurants nearbygreat location and great communicationnice clean place at an excellent location in the town center with an easy access to garching scientific institutes
6. Large, bright Garching apartment close to the subway
A two-bedroom flat featuring plenty of living space, this property in Garching will definitely appeal to families. It is full of home comforts, including an indoor fire and fully-equipped kitchen, and also comes with cable TV and Wi-Fi internet. The spacious garden and terrace area will also prove a relaxing spot to unwind of an evening after a busy day taking in the local sights. And the property is well connected for transport links, with the underground subway station to Munich just a few hundred metres away and autobahn 9 also close at hand. The hosts, who live in another flat within the house, are also close at hand for handy tips and advice if needed during your stay.
Accommodates: 4
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there was a nice coffee machine wifi about 15min walk to the local shops of garching with bakery supermarketthe apartment is stunning very spacious and stylishCleanliness:
a spacious and nice place to stayHost:
the hosts were very niceour hosts were very accommodating and nicethe host is very welcoming and helpfulthey were so polite and so helpfulthe host is really responsive and only too willing to help usRead more reviewsLocation:
a very nice place in a good quiet locationgreat location easy walk to ubahn great bakery for breakfast and we enjoyed dinner at the local gasthofnice roomy place to stay close to both munich as a tourist and the garching research facilityoverall a great place to stay for our bavarian/oktoberfest portion of our germany trip
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7. Quiet room in clean apartment near the river Isar (from USD 48)
An option for lone travellers or couples looking for a convenient base from which to explore Munich, this private room is located in a well-connected spot in nearby Ismaning. Garching is close to this short-term rental, just a short 11-minute drive away. Munich proper is just 20 minutes from the city by train and a mere eight minutes on foot from the local S-Bahn station. Those planning on flying in and out of the area will also find the airport just 15 minutes away.
Closer to home, the property is well-placed for Ismaning’s popular range of restaurants, as well as the river Isar and a number of parks in which to take a stroll. Guests enjoy access to the kitchen, while the room’s desk and Wi-Fi access will definitely come in handy for business travellers looking to do a little work on the go.
Ismaning, Bayern, GermanyAccommodates: 2
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the room was super tidy and a quiet spot to sleepHost:
the host is really friendly and tried to help with everything when i checked inRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is pretty central in ismaning close by to a supermarket and public transport
8. Cosy room with a balcony near Munich (from USD 76)
Lone travellers will find much to comment about this stylish and nicely-decorated bedroom in Unterföhring. Both Garching and Munich proper are close to this room for rent, just around 25 minutes away in opposite directions.
Located in a peaceful neighbourhood it boasts its own balcony which looks down on the host’s garden. And it is close to all manner of handy transport links. Bus stops for Munich city centre are just five minutes away on foot, while train links are a mere 10 minutes distant. Those train links can also whisk you to the airport within 20 minutes as well.
Guests also enjoy access to the host’s kitchen as well as Wi-Fi access and there is free on-site parking too. Past visitors were full of praise, giving top marks to the property’s cleanliness and value for money, and hailing the good transport links.
Unterföhring, Bayern, GermanySuperhost Accommodates: 1
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nice cozy room with a great balcony in a quiet part of northern munichlovely room with balcony overlooking the garden and fieldsnice firm bed good fast wifi and a very welcoming hostthe cooking facilities were good and clean and the room was nice with views out into the gardena comfortable bed with a nice balcony in a very clean placeCleanliness:
extremely nice and clean housethe house is clean and comfortablethe place was pristine cleanvery clean and quiet private room surprisingly comfortable bedhi salome i loved the stay nice clean houseHost:
wonderful host who was very accommodating and helpfulsalome is very friendly hostsalome is a fantastic hostsalomé was a great hostsalome was a gracious and courteous hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood is really cute and quieteasy to get to the train close by whether coming from the airport or going downtownsalome's place is wonderfully located between the airport and city centernice and uncomplicated location to stay atgetting around was easy with the bike and nearby train station
9. Loft studio apartment in Ismaning
This loft studio in Ismaning would make for a great base for couples or families, while its desk space and Wi-Fi access are sure to appeal to business travellers or students with work in Munich or Garching. Its bright and spacious interior includes two sleeping areas - each with a double bed - as well as a fully-equipped kitchen, should you prefer to dine in with your loved ones rather than take advantage of the area’s eateries. Situated within a quiet neighbourhood, the flat is also convenient for a number of local attractions, such as the public swimming pool just 600 metres (2000ft) away. Past guests loved the property, praising its position within walking distance of shops, restaurants and transport links.
Ismaning, Bayern, GermanyTop guest reviews
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the beds are comfortable and there are plenty of amenitiesappliances garbage separation wifi etc were all straight forward to use and worked wellwe were very happy with the apartment and its amenitiesthe apartment is charming and absolutely comfortablethe apartment is very bright and spacious and also fully equippedCleanliness:
absolutely clean and well equippedvery clean and comfortableclean and rinse room with everything includedgreat place clean and spaciousthe apartment is very clean and cozyHost:
the host was very kind and helpfulgreat place and a great hostthe host family were so kind and it was easy to make reservation and contact thembed are comfortable the host is very kind and precise and all the service are working finethe hosts greeted us on arrival and were lovely people highly recommend staying hereRead more reviewsLocation:
it's an easy walk to the s-bahn stationbeautiful place and the location it is awesomewalking to the nearby train station is fast and easyclose good restaurants bavarian cuisine in a biergartena 10min walk from train station with a great beer garden 2min walk though a nice park
10. Private double bedroom within shared Ismaning apartment
Also located within Ismaning, this private double-bedroom enjoys good reviews from previous guests, who were fulsome in their praise for its location, value and cleanliness. It is one of two guests rooms within a shared flat, with both properties sharing the kitchen, dining area and bathroom. Other amenities include a TV and Wi-Fi access, as well as ample table space on which to work, should you be travelling for business. There’s also free parking on site - if you plan on travelling by car - but Ismaning’s very good public transport links mean those without one will have no difficulty getting about.
Ismaning, Bayern, GermanyTop guest reviews
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clean and fully furnishedthe room is clean kitchen and bathroom as wellvery quiet spacious and clean and i would certainly stay there againeverything is extremely clean and tidy in both public and private areanice and clean place good location host excellentHost:
erika and richard are really nice hoststhe hosts are always friendly helpful and quick to respondhosts helped me quickly when i locked myself out :)erika and her husband richard are really kind polite intelligent and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
i can say the location is perfect for fun and for worki am 100 % sure to choose their place again in next tripismaning itself provides a nice and calm atmosphere and has a nice beer garten in walking distancei'll strongly recommend this place if you're going to be here in munich
11. Stylish, modern two-bedroom flat in pretty setting
A great option for families, this two-bedroom flat is located within Ismaning - just to the south-east of Garching - and is well-placed for all manner of attractions and amenities. There’s a range of German, Greek, Italian and Vietnamese restaurants within walking distance - so you’ll have plenty of dining options if you prefer to eat out rather than using the fully-equipped kitchen. And fans of the outdoors are also well catered for. The nearby river is a popular spot and there is a range of cycleways and footpaths to enjoy. The little ones will also enjoy the large playground just three minutes from the flat on foot. The property itself is also home to a cable TV, laundry facilities and Wi-Fi access.
12. Smart single-bedroom in Ismaning flat
Another option within Ismaning, this smartly-decorated single-bedroom comes at a very affordable budget and will appeal to solo travellers who wish to be close to Garching and the heart of Munich without breaking the bank. The room itself comes with its own TV as well as tea and coffee-making facilities, while the desk and Wi-Fi access should come in handy if you are travelling for business or study rather than pleasure. The room is also one of three Airbnb vacation rentals within the same property - the others being another single and a double bedroom. This opens up the possibility that larger groups may be able to book out more than one room, should availability allow.
Ismaning, Bayern, GermanySuperhost Accommodates: 1
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malika and her husband thomas made my stay comfortablehad a very cosy stay at this beautiful apartmentCleanliness:
the accommodation is very clean and warmnice and clean place to stayit's a very clean comfortable and nice housethe place was sparkling clean and quite stylishmalika's appatments are very clean tidy and looks prettyHost:
she herself was very helpfulgreat host will highly recomendmalika is a wonderful host she gave me answers to all my questions during my travel in munichthe host was really nice responsive and very welcomingjust a great host thanks for all malikaRead more reviewsLocation:
it is very comfortable to access to the city centre with the bus and subwayneighborhood is very safe and well connected to the s-bahn station via bus 231the ismaning is a beautiful and quite place excellent for resting and clear your mind from daily worka great place to be in
Something to suit everyone
Whether it’s a convenient base for travel into nearby cities or a relaxing apartment close to restaurants and pleasant walks, there’s all manner of top Airbnb vacation rentals available in and around Garching. If you are looking for stylish Airbnb vacation rentals in Munich or around the area, you will have plenty of options to choose from as well. So, book any of the above rentals now and make unforgettable memories with your loved ones!